Occasion and Purpose
- The declaration is in recognition of the celebration of the Provincial Indigenous People's Day.
- The purpose is to enable the people of Mountain Province to fully participate in and enjoy the celebration.
Authority and Issuance
- The proclamation is issued by the Executive Secretary, Lucas P. Bersamin, under the authority of the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.
- It is an official act, marked by the affixing of the seal of the Republic of the Philippines and the signature of the Executive Secretary.
Legal Effects
- As a special (non-working) day, it implies that work, especially in government offices and possibly private sectors within Mountain Province, is suspended.
- Being non-working means employees may not be required to work, or if they do, additional compensations apply as per existing labor laws.
Formalities and Documentation
- The proclamation was done in Manila on September 18, 2023.
- The document serves as legal basis for enforcing the holiday within Mountain Province on the specified date.